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May 14, 2026 / NEWS RELEASE: 08-26
NEXCOM Unveils NEX-Themed Design with NASCAR Driver Jesse Iwuji
The Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM), alongside NASCAR driver and U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Jesse Iwuji, unveiled his NEX-themed NASCAR driver uniform and vehicle on May 14, 2026. Iwuji will race the DGM Racing x JIM No. 91 Chevrolet Camaro SS when NASCAR hosts its first race on an active military installation on June 20, 2026, onboard Naval Base Coronado, California.
“We are thrilled to have Lt. Cmdr. Iwuji wear the NEX logo during this historic race,” said retired Rear Adm. Robert J. Bianchi, Chief Executive Officer of NEXCOM. “We are proud to be an integral part of the Navy’s 250th birthday. This race will honor the Navy’s legacy and programs that strengthen quality of life across the fleet.”
The race will be broadcast live across the continental United States on local CW affiliates and some live TV streaming services. The event supports broader Navy engagement tied to its 250th birthday, using NASCAR’s national platform to highlight service and the Sailor experience.
“As a Navy Reserve officer and NASCAR driver, representing the Navy on this stage is about more than racing,” said Iwuji. “It is an opportunity to show what service looks like in action and to inspire the next generation to see what is possible through discipline, commitment and hard work.”
As part of the NASCAR event, three NEX sweepstakes winners will receive exclusive behind-the-scenes VIP access and a meet-and-greet with Iwuji to talk all things military and motorsports.
About NEXCOM
The Navy Exchange Service Command enables warfighter readiness and strengthens the Navy’s quality of life mission. Providing essential products, services, hospitality and outfitting Navy communities around the globe, NEXCOM is continuously evolving to meet the demands of today’s military operational environment. As further sustainment to Navy Warfighters and military families, 100% of the command’s earnings are directed to Navy quality of life programs, amounting to over $3.7 billion since 1946. NEXCOM’s enduring mission and lines of effort serve as a critical resource and a vital capability within the Naval Supply Systems Command Enterprise.
About MCX
The Marine Corps Exchange (MCX) is one part of the Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) ecosystem of programs that supports and enhances the operational readiness, war fighting capabilities, and life quality of Marines, their families, retirees and civilians. MCCS is valued by leadership as being a single, relevant portfolio of programs and capabilities that provides unwavering support to Marines and their families throughout their entire career journey with the United States Marine Corps. MCCS leverages this single program delivery capability by consolidating MCX, MWR and Family Programs to deliver goods and services at over 2,250 facilities with a staff of more than 12,000 employees worldwide. In addition to providing the on installation services, visit mymcx.com/shopping to learn about additional online offerings.
About Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society
Since 1904, the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society has financial assistance and education to active duty and retired members of the United States Navy and Marine Corps, their eligible family members and survivors – when in financial need. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, the Society is a non-profit, charitable organization that is staffed by over 3,000 volunteers, and a small cadre of employees, in offices around the world – ashore and aboard ships.
